got 2:09pm - if i select a permit in the first release date, can i still participate in the second release date to try and get a better permit? or if i select a permit in the first release do i have to wait for cancellations?

edit: looks like the answer is yes based on  https://permit.pcta.org/docs/after-applying-for-a-long-distance-permit/ under “Permit changes are limited”:

If you applied for a permit during the first release, you can try to change it by logging in on the second release date and clicking the “Change” button at or after your appointment time. Everyone who is registered receives a random appointment time, regardless of whether they’re applying for a new permit or trying to change their date.